A good intake of vitamin B12 (or cobalamin) is particularly important during pregnancy - to make new cells (especially blood cells) and build a healthy nervous system. Vitamin B12 is found in:

• Meat
• Fish
• Eggs
• Milk
• Hard cheese
• Fortified breakfast cereals
• Soya products

Getting enough vitamin B12 can be difficult if you eat a vegan diet with no animal foods at all. If this is so, it may be a good idea to take a B12 supplement. Have a word with your pharmacist or family doctor.

Reviewed by babyworld midwife Hannah Hulme Hunter